Solo: alone
Pronunciation: SOH-loh (stress the capital letters)
Solo means “alone” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: alone; only
- How to say it: SOH-loh
- Forms: solo, sola, solos, solas
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “solo” means and how to use it
Solo means “alone” as an adjective and “only” as an adverb. In writing you may still see “sólo” with an accent, but the accent is no longer required.
Other translations: alone, only.
Forms of “solo”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | solo | solos |
| Feminine | sola | solas |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Vivo solo desde hace un año.I have lived alone for a year.
- Solo quiero un vaso de agua.I only want a glass of water.
- Mi hermana viaja sola.My sister travels alone.
Usage tip
As an adjective it changes with gender and number (sola, solos, solas). As an adverb meaning “only,” it never changes. “Solamente” means the same.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “alone” in Spanish?
“alone” in Spanish is “solo.” It is pronounced SOH-loh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “solo”?
Say SOH-loh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “solo” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “solo,” “sola,” “solos,” and “solas.”
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